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Welcome to Buzzmusic Razor! Some say Miami has its own style of music. In what ways are you impacted by the culture and your environment living in Miami musically? You can see the in the introductory song of my most recent EP "4 The Love", I try to have a well-rounded sound but I still gotta rep the crib regardless. Let’s talk about your song “Bootyful”! The lyrics were attention-grabbing and detailed. What inspired you to write “Bootyful” and were you able to think of a specific person when writing the hook? I was inspired by the way black women put such a strong emphasis on their hair, and along the way, I wanted to leave my listeners with the message that beauty is bigger than hair and booty...lol! What was the biggest challenge you encountered when making “Bootyful”? Would it be the vocal or production arrangement of the song? The song had a 90's R&B sound straight out the gate so I put some auto-tune to change the vibe...but in retrospect, I should've left the vocals naked. I probably would choose a different beat if I could do it all over again but the message is the same either way... We like that you released a video to go alongside “Bootyful”! What were your intentions with the visuals and what is it you wanted to portray? I got my good friend Moses Washington to play "Cleofis" (a character from his line of stage plays) to bring in the video and to end it with the ultimate message. Hopefully, people leave the video catching the point that beauty is much bigger than hair and booty. What can we expect to see from Razor throughout 2020? I have several upcoming singles from "We Made It", "Wet Floor", to "Yoga" all of the '4 The Love' EP that will be released with music videos this year so stay tuned. Listen to Razor, here. instagram.com/305Razor #BuzzMusic

UTE is back, and this time we're delving into the artist's past releases and styles used for her recent music. UTE focuses on ethereal and mystic productional soundings, all tied to her smooth, yet eclectic vocal sound. You may be intrigued by her melody, and you may find your attention wandering to the dynamics of her sound. UTE has the goal in mind to serenade listeners, establishing a relaxing and serene environment. We've always felt that throughout the musical journey UTE has had, she always remains consistent with bringing that tranquil sound she strives to achieve. One of UTE's past releases, titled "Music Makes Me Fly" is the perfect representation of what her sound embodies. She brings a source of tenderness and honesty to her music, and this particular single shines a bright light on that aspect of UTE. UTE has only pure intentions in mind for her listeners, which is why her objective has always surfaced around bringing positivity into others' lives. Using music as a means to spread her truth and open her heart to listeners, UTE continues to construct harmonies and storylines for listeners, hopefully in aid to overcome obstacles and soothe the pain others feel. Listen to the soothing sound of UTE here. instagram.com/ute.world twitter.com/Utesworld #BuzzMusic

Hey Dane! Welcome back to BuzzMusic! We’re completely captivated by your authentic lyrics and modern sound. Could you share what inspired your single “Cash Rules”? Well, I’ve always been a fan of Wu-Tang clan and this song was sort of an Ode to their famous song cream. Now a days we live in a world where money rules all and thats our main focus and goal each day to bring home the bacon. I wanted to make something that encompasses the past as well as the now. So you get Cash Rules like the cash commandments lol. Can you tell us about the recording process for "Cash Rules"? Did you find yourself in any challenges throughout the creation process? It's always a process recording because I’m kind of a perfectionist so I like to make sure my music is high quality from the vocals to the production to the mixing. There was a bit of a process get the mix just right but nothing too crazy. You’ve mentioned artists like Micheal Jackson and Usher being some of your influences. Is there anyone you had as a role model, or maybe still do? As a young-in, I didn’t have a father growing up so looking to outside role models specifically entertainers was my main source of role models I had. And like Michael Jackson and Usher, they helped shape me into the artist I am today. You’ve mentioned that your ultimate goal is to be backed up by a live band, that’s awesome! How do you think it would add to the live experience you offer? Definitely, it will ramp up the energy of the performance. Also, add that missing element of creating a truly unique experience from the piano to the drums recreating the tracks with the live instruments will be amazing. What can fans expect next from you Dane? Well, way more shows I’m performing Tomorrow night at the Elevation lounge in Sherman Oaks and releasing my 3rd EP titled W.H.A.L.E which means “What Happens After Long Effort”. Hopefully, I can get on someone's tour soon. Listen to "Cash Rules" here. instagram.com/IamDaneJerUs facebook.com/IamDaneJerUs twitter.com/IamDaneJerus #BuzzMusic

Today we're highlighting music group GRIM, and all that they've been focusing on for the past few months within the music scene. Over recent times, GRIM released their classic rock single with a twist, titled "Blood", which readers would know incorporated contemporary rock stylings, honing in on prominent guitar soundings. GRIM doesn't compromise on intensity, as the group focus on delivering an upbeat, energy-packed performance within their music, especially so with "Blood". As the group writes and records out of Red Deer, Alberta, they're really focusing on bringing a modern edge to the typical rock scene we hear today. If your playlist is in the need for a Southern groove, then GRIM is the kind of band you want to listen to. The overall blossoming of GRIM has occurred over the course of years. The group began off with private recording, playing live and in the studio. Eventually, GRIM knew that they wanted to expand their performances, booking shows in various locations in order to get themselves and their sound exposed. Music has always been an intrinsic passion for each member of GRIM, where the music world inspires the group to consistently write and record. They're continuing in their efforts to grow and expand their sound, always putting forth new ideas in order to flourish in varying ways. GRIM is the kind of band you'd want to invest your time in, as their clear sense of dedication and fortitude will sway any listening critiques. Connect with GRIM on Spotify here. instagram.com/grimrocknroll facebook.com/GrimRockNRoll #BuzzMusic

Welcome, The Matinée! Listeners have recently seen the release of "Trouble Is", which is an alt/rock track that holds a deeper theme regarding the social aspects of our lives. Are you able to delve more into the theme of "Trouble Is" and explain to our readers what the prominent takeaway message of the song is? The world we live in today has never been more connected, and there are certainly many benefits from all the technologies that seem to develop exponentially every day. But all this has also helped create a world where at times, it can feel like everyone is only looking out for themselves, or looking at themselves - when it comes to selfies - and begin for attention to give validation to their hair, their outfits, there lives. We've never been more connected, and yet we have never been more disconnected from each other, and what is important in this life. That's what the Trouble Is. How do you feel the theme of "Trouble Is" compares to other prominent themes showcased throughout the rest of your music? Would The Matinee say that they use their platform to get across pivotal themes in society today? Every record we've done has been the result of a collection of stories we've lived and put into melodies and lyrics. A song like Young & Lazy off our first record, is commenting on that shift in your life when you've finished high school and that first summer feels never-ending and full of possibility, and your only goal is to have fun with your friends. On Blood Alley, from our last record, we were talking about how the city we live in (Vancouver) is changing rapidly and it's getting harder and harder as an artist to keep a roof over your head. Lots of our friends have moved away because it's just becoming too expensive here. And then now with Trouble Is we are saying we are worried about the state of affairs with people glued to their phones all day. That's bad for your health... and the view is always better with your own eyes! We'd like to think that we use our platform to start conversations on themes in society... but sometimes we also just want to distract you from that shit and make you sing and dance. Let's talk more about the dynamic of the band! How do you all collectively integrate your own thoughts and ideas in a way that stimulates creativity and effective collaboration? We have all been friends for so long now, we can almost read each other's minds when it comes to songwriting. It's like we have a secret language that we all intuitively know and understand. One member will have an idea and bring it to the band and everyone else already knows where the song needs to go. We understand our sound and we trust our instincts. And again, the songs are all real stories that we have experienced together while out on the road. We usually hole up in a remote cabin summer far from distraction and work on the songs collectively before we head into the studio to record them. The construction of the band took place over a short while, and each member of The Matinee has their own artistic journey and story that led to the creation of The Matinee as a band. As a band, do you feel as if each of your own artistic personas is displayed during the writing and recording of songs? Something that seems special with this band is that even though we are a band of brothers, we are most definitely all individuals. We all live a slightly different life outside of the band, and we all have different influences and influences. When it comes to music that we all enjoy, everyone has different tastes which allow us to all bring different ideas to the creative process. We also act very much as a democracy, so everyone is allowed to have their say and input. We are always willing to try out someone's idea rather than shut it down because you just don't know if it will work until you try it! What can we expect to see from The Matinée throughout 2020? Well, it's a strange time right now. This whole pandemic is creating a lot of uncertainty in everyone's lives, and as an artist, we all depend on touring and playing festivals to create some buzz for a new record. We have tour dates lined up, some of which have already been postponed, but we are a band that loves playing live and we were very excited to be getting in front of audiences starting next month..... so we will have to be patient and see how this plays out. Of course, we realize that this is for the greater good so we will just roll with it. But we do have plans to finish and release the full album with Jim Scott (Grammy-winning producer/mixer). We also have a televised performance for the Stampede City Sessions that will be out later this month on PBS right before Austin City Limits, and we are looking at doing some live stream shows from the jam space should these quarantines and lockdowns progress and keep us off the road for a while. Hopefully, though, we will all pull together and get through this and see you at a show sometime soon! Listen to The Matinée here. facebook.com/TheMatinee instagram.com/thematineemusic twitter.com/thematineemusic #BuzzMusic

Showtime Shegz was born in Lagos, Nigeria but spent most of his life growing up in South East London. Showtime Shegz perfected a great dynamic and blend between hip-hop and experimental R&B music. Showtime Shegz has just released his latest single titled “Everyting Good”. This song is bound to get the dancefloor grooving with its funky rhythm and vibe. “Everyting good, I look good, feel good, dance good, taste good” the hook sings, this was a perfect addition to the song that creates a confident tone in the lyrics. Let’s be real here. We all love listening to a jam that gets us feeling good about ourselves. This is the exact confidence level Showtime Shegz instills in his listeners, wrapping us up with a charismatic and outgoing hit that’s going to have us feeling the exuberant energy that radiates perfectly. “Everyting Good” is the perfect type of song we’ll add to our playlist before a night out. The lyrics, tempo, and delivery will place you on cloud nine. A great characteristic of Showtime Shegz is his marvelous songwriting skills. His lyrics create a spontaneous fuse of no forced construction and channeling of his inner emotions, both positive and negative. “Everyting Good” is an electrifying song that we were completely enticed by. Listen to “Everyting Good” by Showtime Shegz here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Showtime Shegz! In what ways do you manage to incorporate your cultural background into your music? Where do you find most of your inspiration? Honestly haven't incorporated a lot of my African Culture as yet but I definitely plan to, But on my album “Imperfect Art(IST)” I intentionally put a lot of time and effort into incorporating my Nigerian roots into the songs ‘419’ and ‘God Flexn’ from the production and the verbiage used, mixing little bits or Yoruba and broken English. We loved the lyrics in “Everyting Good”. It was fun, confident, and catchy! What were your intentions with this song and how would you describe the songwriting approach? The whole album is a rollercoaster of emotions (which was almost the name of the album lol) and for this track, I wanted to encapsulate me in high spirits. I like to focus on a vibe or subject when writing a song and with this song, I started with the chorus and built from there. In what ways do you take from your inspirations like Biggie, Kanye, Pharrell, and more, and cultivate your sound from their unique styles? What I love about the names you mentioned is that they are all individuals and have their own styles but also wasn't afraid to be creative and try new things even though it might not be in vogue. I love creating and I love making new flows and rhyme patterns, I love making beats that don’t sound generic. What would you consider to be the most challenging aspect of creating “Everyting Good” and how did you manage to grow from the obstacle? “Everyting Good” was actually the first track recorded on my own, while making the album I was recording in a studio but my engineer became very busy and it became very frustrating and was slowing down my plans of finishing the album by my target date. So I invested in some recording equipment and the rest is history. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? More Music, at least 2 more projects, with me showcasing my creative range. instagram.com/showtimeshegz #BuzzMusic

Nicole Chambers is from Toronto, Ontario, and has been developing her skills as an R&B artist by collaborating with names such as Witch Prophet and DviousMindz. She uses music as a way to connect with others and bring positivity to the world. Nicole Chambers recently released her new single “Take Flight”, a light and airy R&B song with bubbly lyrics, but a strong beat and backing track. Nicole shows off her well developed, smooth vocals and sings about a love that she hasn’t encountered yet but hopes to someday. Nicole utilizes runs and high falsetto throughout the song to add texture and unique dynamics. On top of this, her harmonies are soft and alleviating and allow you to sink into the atmosphere of the song. Nicole also adds a unique element to her song with a rap verse layered on top of her vocals. Everyone has dreamt of finding their one true love, someone who makes all the hardships they have endured feel like tiny bumps in the road. She sings about running away with her love, with lyrics such as “I felt a shift in my life when you came along”. Nicole Chambers puts that feeling into words with “Take Flight”, and it is something that can be appreciated by everyone, regardless of if you have encountered that feeling before. Listen to “Take Flight” by Nicole Chambers here. Hey Nicole Chambers! Thank you for sharing your song “Take Flight” with us at BuzzMusic, can you tell us a little bit about your songwriting process? Thank you for the love! For this song, in particular, the track felt like a love song, so I began to visualize what that looked like for me. From there, I pieced together different melody lines until it resonated with me. How did you manage to capture a feeling so well that you have never experienced it? So I don’t really write a lot of love songs, but as soon as I heard this track I immediately felt a love connection. I tried to channel my future love in the song, because even though they haven’t appeared yet I know life is preparing me for that moment. How long have you been pursuing music? Can you describe a moment in your life where you realized you were on the right path? I would say about seven years now. I have been writing songs since I was a kid, but highschool was my turning point. After highschool, I decided to study jazz vocals in college, and I’ve been performing ever since. Although I am still on the path to discovering my full potential as an artist, hearing positive feedback from people at shows or online, telling me how my music has uplifted them through a difficult time always encourages me to push forward. What made you decide to add a rap verse to “Take Flight”, and how do you feel this enhances the song? When the producer Dviousmindz first sent me this track, it was such a vibe that I figured I would manage on my own. However, once I sat with it I knew I needed Stretch. I have always loved his writing style, and since the song is me having a conversation with the love of my life, it needed to be two-sided. Do you enjoy experimenting with music and trying different sounds? What can we expect from your next releases? YES! Experimenting is so key because it helps you discover your sound, which can be more than one. I am currently working on an album so stay tuned… Facebook Twitter Instagram #BuzzMusic

Adrian Verduzco or otherwise known as T00NS is an LA-based Electronic Dance Music artist. T00NS draws inspiration from multiple electronic genres to create an experience of experimental dance music that creates a sense of assurance and community for his listeners. Recently off his latest EP 'Eternal' is the tune "Falling in Reverse" with Miky's vocals and we're loving it. "Falling in Reverse" has an almost experimental feel to it, it feels very ethereal and minimalistic but still could be something you hear in a club. Miky provides an excellent moody vocal that perfectly encompasses the atmosphere that T00NS is creating. Within the production of "Falling in Reverse" are a lot of interesting little intricate synth parts that all come together as a whole as the song progresses and keeps a super ambient atmosphere when the chorus of the song hits that's when a thundering kick drum hits you in the chest and the song starts to transform into a work of art. T00NS musicality really comes through here, it shows off his master crafted melody writing and arranging that dynamically evolves throughout "Falling in Reverse" keeping your ears interested as it goes on. We can't wait to see what else T00NS will be creating. Listen to "Falling in Reverse" here. Hey there T00NS! Welcome to BuzzMusic! We're loving the song "Falling in Reverse" off of the EP "Eternal". What was the songwriting and production process like for this?  Hi and thanks for taking the time to listen! I actually produced most of this song in 2018 alone in my room.. I was going though a break up, and I know this is cliché, but I was spending a lot of time writing and producing music because it was the only thing that could distract me well enough so that I wasn't sulking in my emotions haha. During this time I practically finished producing the entire idea and already had created part of the vocal melody in my head, but I kind of just left the project behind for a while as my life began to get really busy with school and work. It's great to hear Miky's vocals on this! He did a fantastic job! How did you get him to join this project with you? What was it like to work together? Haha, so Miky was actually a classmate of mine and I picked him for the song because I liked his vocal range. So last semester I was taking a music collaboration class at my university and I went ahead and took it as an opportunity to go back and develop the song. In the class I met Miky who is a singer/song-writer, and Caelyn Ware who was the bassist on the track. Like I said, I already had a concept for what the song was supposed to be about, but both Caelyn and Miky helped me write most of the lyrics and they also helped me figure out some of the arrangement of the track. It's definitely exciting to put out something like an EP. Do you have a favorite song off of it? How was your thought process different for each song?  Very exciting! Honestly, I love them all for different reasons. Each song has a completely different vibe, but I feel like I put a lot emotion into each of them equally. As for the writing process, to be frankly honest, I was just going through it at the time, so I didn't have any specific idea or sound I was trying to create. I kind of just started with a groove or bass line and messed around until I found something I could go with and then everything just came together. Falling in Reverse was definitely the most interesting process though, just because there were three of us bouncing idea back and forth."  How has being classically trained influenced the music you're writing? Do you have any idols that you look up to and take inspiration from for your music? One thing I think my classical training has influenced is the type of instruments and sounds I pick when writing a song. When I'm producing something, I noticed that I tend to gravitate towards orchestral sounds whenever I need a crutch or somewhere to start. You can never go wrong with a piano or some violins. Idols no, but I do look up to a lot of electronic dance music producers when it comes to style and the type of brand I want to create. I love the harder style of the electronic dance music scene, but as I continue the journey of finding my own sound I'm realizing how much, more than ever, I'm beginning to resonate with artists like Above & Beyond and Armin Van Buuren. instagram.com/bassthebrain twitter.com/BassTheBrain #BuzzMusic

Yoshifumi is an American rapper who grew up in New York but was born in Tokyo, Japan.  He is not just a rapper; he is also a songwriter and the producer to his own tracks.  Under a different persona (Darb), he has already released 2 albums and several singles. However, he plans to set a different pace and atmosphere with the new name “Yoshifumi”. Ever since cutting loose from his old musical past, nothing but excelled skill and great music has been displayed. Yoshifumi’s new single “Thank You” certainly reflects improved skills that he hopes to get across the music community. Pure hip-hop conditions are set when the first tone is heard in “Thank You”. The drums are playing a steady beat, and the synths are creating a cool vibe with their chordal structure. The instrumental in “Thank You” kind of reflects something that the artist Pharrell would create when he was just starting. However, Yoshifumi’s style still steers away from sounding like everything else. This is with the characteristics of the vocal structure.  In “Thank You”, Yoshifumi’s voice not only perfectly reflects his new persona but also perfectly matches the entire feeling of the song. Also, he doesn’t forget to have meaningful lyrics that can easily be translated to whoever is listening. “Thank You” is filled with heartfelt topics that connect to the listener, but don’t sound preachy at all. “Thank You” does an excellent job of exposing how Yoshifumi wants to been seen in the music community. Listen to "Thank You" here. Hey Yoshifumi! Welcome to BuzzMusic, our team here is more than happy to be representing you and your new single “Thank You”.  As mention in your bio, you grew up in New York but were born in Japan.  Everybody in New York listens to Hip-hop, so you almost had no choice but to be exposed to it.  However, do you remember it being hard to get access to hip-hop or to listen to music at your house? Thanks for having me. Hahaha, not all. Maybe unlike some other kids, I was always listening to Rap music at home. Hip Hop has been part of my life from day one. You have mentioned before that you went to Berkley Music Online.  There is always a tough balance with school and trying to start a career in music.  Do you think studying music while trying to make a career for yourself helped out, or was it like double-load kind of? Yeah. I’m from the early ‘90s, so I vibe with that type of instrumentals too. It sounds classic nowadays, but personally I liked it. But maybe I only listen to what many people are already listening to. Never thought about that... In “Thank You”, the instrumental really reminds me of early Pharrell music.  Do you draw inspiration from that era of music?  Or do you have any weird genres of music that you listen to that not many people would? Yeah. I’m from the early ‘90s, so I vibe with that type of instrumentals too. It sounds classic nowadays, but personally I liked it. But maybe I only listen to what many people are already listening to. Never thought about that... With your new name “Yoshifumi”, you hope to cut loose from your old music from your “Darb” days.  What is the main reason why you had the change, and what is the thing that you think held you back musically when you were “Darb”? I just wanted to eliminate prejudice about me as consciousness-raising is now part of my commitment to society through music. My mentality is so different in a manner of speaking. And I thought it would be unique to use my government name to make an impact. This is YOSHIFUMI aka DARB, thun! instagram.com/sashimi_j consciousness-raising.com #BuzzMusic

Alonzo Duncan or otherwise known as Zo is a Los Angeles based producer and songwriter. From poetry to music, Zo moved to Los Angeles from his hometown and has since worked with K Michelle, Lovy Longomba, Butta-N-Bizkit, Mike Dupree, and others. He is currently a member of HRDRV Records and has just released his latest single "Garfield" featuring Love Keyyz as the vocalist. "Garfield" is a lovely chill out Trap record, it features a calming synth line that repeats throughout the song, high energy but still laid back impactful drums and a jarring smooth vocal that mesmerizes you as you listen. The vocal from Love Keyyz is heavily focussed on its ever so catchy hook that gets stuck in your head. The vocal performance is super cool here, it has a very relaxed vibe but still carries a lot of energy; the harmony and double lines were done incredibly well and the vocal feels big without sounding like anything crazy is happening. The minimalistic approach to "Garfield" works very well, the production is very modern sounding but still has little flairs that keep it feeling unique. From the hooky vocals to the high impact drums, this is a record that will make its way onto your playlists. Listen to "Garfield" here. Welcome to BuzzMusic Alonzo Duncan! We're loving your latest single "Garfield"! What was the songwriting and production process for it like? Thank you. I started writing the hook first. I was talking about something and I said OD like overdose and then thought about it like wait that’s funny. That’s the dog from Garfield. So I was like that could be a dope hook. I sat down and played with it and it just came to me. Surprisingly, a lot of people don’t seem to catch the double entendre with OD and Odie. We heard that you had started off as a poet and even wrote a few books, what had made you want to begin writing music? Was there anything that inspired you to do that? I’ve always been skilled with words so poetry came naturally. I have a cousin that can sing so a year or so after I released my books I texted her and asked if I wrote a song would she sing it. She said yeah so that same day I started jotting lyrics. Finished this full song, “You say you love me”, 3 verses and a bridge. Shot it to her. She loved it but never recorded it. The song is still unreleased. I still have it tho so I’m gonna release it. Maybe this year. The latest single "Garfield" has Love Keyyz's lovely voice on it, what was it like to work with her? How did the two of you get in touch? Yes. Shout out to Love Keyyz. Working with her was amazing. Honestly, we connected on Facebook. We’re both from the Midwest and she was trying to connect with more creatives out here so we set up a meet and kicked it at Starbucks. We vibed and it was cool. We just talked about music and the differences between LA and back home. From then that bridge was there. A couple of weeks later I hit her about Garfield. The song was already written and I was adamant about having a female artist. She was down. I sent her the lyrics, she was feeling it so we set up the record date. The studio vibe was dope. She was super cool to work with. We’re still working together on other things. After having written so many things from poems to books to now music, what would be your absolute favorite line you have ever written? What makes it a favorite for you? That’s a tough one. I’m more of a visual writer. Like I love metaphors and vivid descriptions. I don’t think one line could do justice to my imagery but one of my favorite stanzas is from my poem, Deepest Metaphor, from my book, Wetter than Rain, Harder than Hail. I say, ”Deep like... Like the Underground Railroad Cuz see I’m a slave for your body Let me start at your south and head north After I strip you of every bit of cotton” I think its one of my favorites because it hits so many of my favorite techniques. It jumps from simile to metaphor to imagery to sensuality. It has it all and its only a fraction of the full poem. What can we expect to see from you throughout 2020? Throughout 2020 expect more music from me. I’m working on a showcase EP. I think its important as a songwriter to show off different styles and genres so that’s what I’m focused on. My next single will be a country song. I’m all about versatility. Also, be on the lookout for the HRDRV Camp Compilation Album. I penned some things on there. That’s all I can say about it right now. Also, shout out to Mickey Shiloh. Instagram.com/zo_duncan facebook.com/zoduncanofficial #BuzzMusic